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Alternativo Hostales

2.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Caldera hostel

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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887 Wheelwright, Caldera, Atacama, 1570329
  • Place, Caldera Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bahia Inglesa Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Puerto Viejo Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Copiapo (CPO)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

  • 162 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Caldera

Oceanside stay.At this Caldera hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Caldera Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Bahia Inglesa Beach. Puerto Viejo Beach is 25.4 mi (40.9 km) away.
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What's nearby

  • Caldera Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bahia Inglesa Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Puerto Viejo Beach - 37 min drive - 32.3 miles

Getting around

  • Copiapo (CPO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chili's Burger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Clandestino de la Esquina - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Comida Al Paso Grima - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Navi Sushi - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪empanadopolis - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Alternativo Hostales

Enjoy free breakfast at this Caldera hostel
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Alternativo Hostales also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.

This Caldera hostel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Alternativo Hostales offers 8 accommodations with all-in-one washer/dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Caldera hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 8 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

More

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CLP 5000 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 7 lbs per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Chile Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Chile and who pay in foreign currency (e.g., USD).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: CLP 5000 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM
  • Housekeeping fee: CLP 2000

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Alternativo Hostales Caldera
Alternativo Hostales Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Alternativo Hostales Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Caldera

Frequently asked questions

How close is Alternativo Hostales to the airport?

Alternativo Hostales is 43.5 mi (52-min drive) away from the Copiapo (CPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alternativo Hostales?

As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alternativo Hostales on Mar 17, 2026 start from $65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Alternativo Hostales have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Alternativo Hostales.

How close is Alternativo Hostales to the beach?

This hostel is a short 4-minute walk from Caldera Beach and 3.4 mi (11-min drive) from Bahia Inglesa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Alternativo Hostales offer free breakfast?

Alternativo Hostales offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Alternativo Hostales?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Alternativo Hostales?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Alternativo Hostales?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Alternativo Hostales have a pool?

Alternativo Hostales does not have a pool.

Does Alternativo Hostales have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Alternativo Hostales to downtown Caldera?

Alternativo Hostales is 0.6 mi away from Caldera.

Alternativo Hostales Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paloma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property looks like was recently renovated. The room we rented with a queen bed was spacious, clean and comfortable. They had a small breakfast included in the morning with someone who helped you out and sitted you in the morning. They had gated private parking with limited space, it was nice to have this space available for our car.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My room was a little noisy.. it was downstairs with windows to the hallway..the stairs were very noisy.. people going up and down The hosts were lovely and the best thing was that this hotel had a cafe with excellent espresso!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pude alojarme con mi mascota sin ningún problema que era lo que estuve buscando para mi estadía familiar
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025